Nobody Told the Squirrels
t’s been a week. Between being called out by my son for my stress habits and trying to build a garden from scratch, I’m reminded that even comfort has its complications—and apparently, so do squirrels.
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If Muffins Are Allowed, Why Not Cupcakes for Breakfast?
A look at the unwritten rules of breakfast and why some sugary foods are acceptable in the morning while others are not.
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The Backyard: Guardian-in-Training & The Walnut Syndicate
Daisy faces the walnut syndicate, holds her ground, and learns the yard has chosen her to protect it.
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The BackYard
A curious Aussie pup tumbles into a backyard alive with hummingbirds, bees, and a brooding Ash Tree — and unknowingly stirs the first whispers of a bigger plan.
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What Are You Watching?
You finally sit down to watch something — one uninterrupted story, a little mental detox — and right as the plot picks up, someone walks in and asks: “What are you watching?”
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🌸 Mother’s Day Sunday Short
Whether your day begins with jelly bean toast or quiet coffee, I hope you’re seen—not just as “Mom,” but for who you truly are.
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Sunday Shorts: Where the Work Actually Happens
The real work is done in the quiet hours, long before the spotlight. A reflection on why showing up matters more than finishing fast.
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A Little Box That Arrived Right On Time
This self-care journaling box from Archer & Olive was more than beautiful—it was thoughtfully designed, deeply reflective, and full of intentional details. I share my honest first impression, favorite pieces, and why I’ll be ordering again.
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🐣 Sunday Shorts: “One Family Story Leads to Another”
The best part of a family holiday isn’t the meal or the candy — it’s the stories. The ones that resurface year after year, and the ones no one planned on sharing… but did anyway.
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This Week’s Reflection: Self-Care Begins With Knowing Yourself
This week, love showed up in quiet moments, thoughtful gestures, and honest conversations. Through it all, I found an answer to the question I didn’t realize I was asking: what does self-care really mean?
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🛁 “Self-Care or Just Escapism?”
Self-care isn’t always candles and bubble baths. Sometimes it’s cleaning a messy bathroom—or asking yourself the questions you’ve been avoiding.
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Sunday Shorts
Self-care isn’t always pretty—and it definitely isn’t always Instagram-worthy. Sometimes it’s drive-thru fries in the car or a full day in pajamas with no intention of pretending otherwise. This quick read is for anyone who’s ever just needed a minute.
